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Greek kopis, semi-sharp

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Product description

The kopis was a one-handed Greek weapon with a forward-curving, single-edged blade. Originally, the term referred to a heavy chopping tool used for cutting meat and performing ritual sacrifices, but it later came to denote this type of sword. The name comes from the Greek kopis (κοπίς), derived from koptō (κόπτω), meaning “to cut” or “to strike.”

The origin of the kopis is debated: some point to Etruscan examples from the 7th century BCE, but this remains a topic of scholarly discussion.

Product details
Product details:
Blade made of 420 stainless steel
Zamak handle with silver-plated finish
Riveted grip scales from fake ivory
Overall length approx. 595mm
Blade length approx. 464mm
Edge: semi-sharp (0,8 mm) (decorative use only)
The cross-guard is approx. 47mm long and approx. 20mm thick
The blade at the guard is approx. 71mm wide and 5,4mm thick
Point of Balance lies approx. 85mm off the guard
Weight of the sword approx. 1592 g
Based on a historical original
Shipment weight (g): 2000

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